🎵 R.E.M - Losing My Religion REACTION

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[@galenstone9097]

mandolin grunge, but thats still the coolest description of REM ever:)

[@chrisjamieson3452]

Geographically Atlanta to Seattle is pretty far away. I don't know if I ever categorized their style. I just thought it was excellent.

[@galenstone9097]

@@chrisjamieson3452 i was stationed in Athens and used to see REM and B52's before either band broke. good times.

[@sammyholloway334]

You saved me having to say it.

[@dougman23]

@@chrisjamieson3452 just using grunge as shorthand for alternative (she doesn't know better), she really had the feel

[@jeffmcaree1347]

I know right lol

[@kenthall6822]

My grandmother would warn us "I'm about to lose my religion" when she was out of patience.

[@marniethedyslexic6445]

My grandmother said the same thing .👍❤️✌️🌼

[@visitor9408]

cool thanks for the clue

[@craigdoriety9798]

Often heard in the south. But then again, aren't they from Athens, Georgia?

[@rachelsullivan2926]

One of the many things my grandmother would say when we knew an ass whooping was on the way too. 😂

[@marniethedyslexic6445]

@@rachelsullivan2926 For me it was a warning. If I didn’t heed that warning ass whooping in ensued.

[@J-Schizzle69]

I think REM is their own vibe. They have there own sound, and it's a beautiful sound. Everybody hurts is a beautiful and very meaningful sound. Thanks for another excellent reaction.

[@kjek1]

I know they’re well thought of but for me REM are still underrated big time. Fucking brilliant band.

[@annother3350]

They grow on me permanently

[@TheRedStateBlue]

no, they aren't underrated.

[@everychannel1025]

Don't get me wrong they have some really good songs, but rather overrated

[@TheRedStateBlue]

@@everychannel1025 by what metric have you defined REM as "overrated?"

[@boognish94]

@@TheRedStateBlue they're more like underappreciated compared to other legendary rock acts. To many, sadly, R.E.M. isn't respected by the masses yet they have a core set of fans. Since Monster was such a drastic change in sound most people turned away from them since they reached their apex with Automatic For The People. The album where they could do no wrong. Once Bill Berry quit the band their allure quickly slipped away even though they continued to make good music but not nearly as great than their previous albums with Bill Berry. The masses gave up on them until they called it quits in 2011.

[@macc.1132]

The music video for this song was a huge hit for MTV in the early 90's and when MTV would annually count down their Top 500 Music Videos of All Time (which was based on popularity and artistic merit), the "Losing My Religion" video would regularly be found in the top 5 for many years. It occupied the "top tier" along with the likes of Thriller, Smells Like Teen Spirit, Vogue, and Hungry Like the Wolf, all of which would be shown multiple times a day during their heydays.

[@armadillotoe]

I am so old that I can remember when MTV played music and I actually wanted my MTV.

[@keithaguilar9790]

When the M in MTV stood for Music. I don't understand how a platform based on Music strayed so far from music.

[@scottvanhille5688]

@@armadillotoe Ditto. Then corruption came in. I miss those days.

[@bassage13]

@@keithaguilar9790 KZbin made a TV music station useless and pointless. I have no idea why they keep it around.

[@brianfranklinlee8490]

Love that comment 😜 Hello from Orlando, Florida. 😎🤔🌴🐊🌞😁

[@ianhewitson2738]

The legendary REM, one of the great American rock bands, have an immaculate body of work stretching over 30 years to discover.

[@markbailey3225]

I wouldn't call them a rock band, not even close. Maybe pop rock

[@ianhewitson2738]

@@markbailey3225 Then I guess you haven't listened to much REM music.

[@markbailey3225]

@@ianhewitson2738 I have and they are very good, not denying that. I’m just saying they are not a rock band. AC/DC, GNR are rock bands.

[@rogeroran2911]

It’s rock. It isn’t hard rock, but it’s rock. Fantastic band. One of my absolute favorites.

[@nayf7682]

@@markbailey3225 they are 100% a rock band! Rock includes many different sounds/styles and tempos. I think you're confusing hard rock or metal as the entire genre.

[@RobinT-treehugger]

"Losing my religion" is an old saying regarding at the end of your rope, not being able to hold it together anymore, ready to explode with anger. He's talking about a relationship that is pushing him to lose his religion... he's not sure if she is laughing at him or toying with him, total frustration of not knowing where the relationship stands.

[@aussiebloke609]

It's not about a bad relationship, but about obsession and _unrequited_ love. Stipe said in an interview: "I love the idea of writing a song about unrequited love. About holding back, reaching forward, and then pulling back again. The thing for me that is most thrilling is you don't know if the person I'm reaching out for is aware of me. If they even know I exist."

[@xtldc]

@RobinT - treehugger: Michael Stipe is gay - so it would be a ‘he’ not a ‘she’ laughing at him. Although he purposely kept his lyrics ambiguous when it came to the subject of romance.

[@aussiebloke609]

@@xtldc I always thought he was, but everything I can find on the subject now indicates he kinda straddles the fence. He or she could be appropriate, which is why I didn't broach that can of worms. :-P

[@xtldc]

@@aussiebloke609 ok then. I haven’t kept up with the band over the years. That was just my understanding of things about 15-20 years ago.

[@Mimeniia]

You see now this where I absolutely sucked in English Setwork class.

[@michaeltveten8458]

“Banjo grunge”….perfect! Lex needs her own, personal “Urban Dictionary”…👏

[@carojayess1723]

Except it was a mandolin, not a banjo! So mandolin grunge!

[@robyfiorili]

@@carojayess1723 Not important

[@joerichards2658]

That would have been an awesome name for a '90's band. "And now, let's hear it for... BANJO GRUNGE!!"

[@Ard_1988]

Her Lexicon, if you will

[@mikethemotormouth]

@@robyfiorili Kind of is, to get the perfect sound

[@doctor8342]

This video was played on MTV at least twice an hour for like 2 years straight

[@Noricavus]

I was lucky enough to see them a week after my senior trip back in 1995 in Kansas City.

[@BlackJar72]

R.E.M. were one of the founding bands of alternative -- at least American alternative, the British already had their version of alternative. Early R.E.M. was more rock, more relate to punk and post-punk, but in the early '90s they had a couple of semi-acustic acusticfolk rock albums. Kurt Cobain of Nirvana was an R.E.M. fan and was influenced by them, even wanting to do a collab, so there is a connection to grunge in there. They are one of those bands that you can't easily put into a genera as far as everything they did.

[@antichristian74]

they also ended up with ministry's drummer, bill rieflin - RIP, later on so there is a link to industrial metal too... of all things.

[@NondescriptMammal]

Ahh yes, what would we do without our endless compulsive fetish for categorizing music

[@IamMusicNerd]

Lex had a great observation there! I think he’s actually playing a mandolin rather than a banjo, but I get her point. It’s a bit of a bipolar song with very introspective melancholy lyrics, but with a happy upbeat melody. This song was on the radio non-stop for about a year back in the day.

[@jeffmcaree1347]

It’s definitely a mandolin the band I used to play with on the East Coast covered it And I was the lead guitar player but I also played the mandolin on losing my religion for our band so I guarantee you it is definitely a mandolin!!!

[@jazzminb]

It is 80s alternative music - but this is from one of their more commercial albums. Their music is generally not upbeat dance music - shiny happy people might be their only actual up beat song. The started out as a popular band that played the college circuit I think when they relased the MV "So Central Rain" in '84 they started to become more and more known outside of college students - here is their MV kzbin.info/www/bejne/o6S6mmOZadl7jJo

[@michaeljamrozy4299]

I'll say Begin the Begin

[@srbaran]

Shiny Happy People is sarcastically happy. It was a criticism of the Chinese government.

[@jazzminb]

@@srbaran regardless, it's the closest you'll ever come for rem

[@Moshinoki]

R.E.M. is the classical definition of indie rock. Also you guys should definitely react to Imitation of Life by them

[@allensaunders449]

REM has a great catalog but everyone suggests the same 3 songs. This is ok. But drive, fall on me or orange crush just to name 3 are better

[@paulsmith2920]

Crush with Eyeliner, Electrolite, Bang and Blame are also a few of my (many) favourites.

[@vincentmaguire1107]

Leaving New York never gets mentioned class song.

[@centuryrox]

I'd add "Radio Free Europe" to that list!

[@BM-hb2mr]

They played this song every 5 minutes on the radio when it came out. Almost got old, haven't heard it in a long time though

[@hubrisnaut]

REM sucks... fine shadow man's INX

[@Joshuadgog]

They were very popular in the 80's and 90's. I would suggest more upbeat songs by them, Orange crush, fall on me, end of the world, one i love, radio free europe. Also my favorite by them is "Everybody hurts" its a freakin must!

[@pugshorty9852]

Just as long as they don't do Shiny Happy People they will be fine.

[@jeffmcaree1347]

Man on the moon 👍

[@Joshuadgog]

@@pugshorty9852 agreed

[@Joshuadgog]

@@jeffmcaree1347 good choice

[@cstevens16]

@@pugshorty9852 I love that song lol

[@JustinMichels]

Lex, it's not a banjo it's a mandolin. A super fun song to play as well.

[@kerrylewis2581]

I instantly became a fan of REM. I heard one of their early songs in a Boston record store while shopping for music from "The Clash". I'm mad at myself for not coming up with the phrase "Banjo Grunge". Lex is a genius!

[@tamlrutherford5494]

I live in the South, so this song means some people lose their Religion!!!!!

[@paulg123]

Been a fan of REM since the early '80s. Truly one of the most incredible bands. My favorite REM album is 'Lifes Rich Pageant' from 1986. It would be fun for you guys to hear tracks from their first album. I'm sure Michael Stipes 'clear sounding' lyrics will drive Brad up a wall. The band is unique. The music is timeless. The lyrics are thought-provoking. Their catalog is full of surprises.

[@mojomusica.0169]

I own a guitar shop. The reason I picked up a guitar in the first place was because I heard "Lifes Rich Pageant."

[@Nevets1073]

That's my #1 favorite album of theirs, too. "Fall On Me" is my favorite song of all time, but there are so many other great cuts there to choose from.

[@donnellholmes6334]

To me one of the best albums from the Eighties

[@commentwisely3033]

This was the longest play without a pause. This song hypnotizes and gets us lost in the music. Great song.

[@Americans4Israel4Ever]

Oh my God, banjo grunge is my favorite new word. 😂🤣😂🤣😂

[@LynnThompsonAuthor]

REM was a great band that came out of Athens, Georgia, at about the same time as the B-52s. My favorite song by them, "Nightswimming", has a completely different feel than this one. Very pretty and laid back.

[@antichristian74]

automatic for the people is a brilliant album all the way through.

[@floorticket]

Next 80s stream y'all need to check out some early REM, "Radio Free Europe", "Talk About the Passion", "(Don't Go Back to) Rockville", "So. Central Rain (I'm Sorry)."

[@matthewhudson5685]

"Driver 8" and "Don't Fall on Me" are hidden gems also.

[@keithosmond5730]

Superman too. And so many more.

[@doctor8342]

Great band, saw them in Athens Ga several times, he influenced pretty much the entire grunge vocalist's with the not annunciating and not being able to understand the words a lot especially Kurt Cobain he said Michael Stipe was a huge influence on him, in REM's earlier stuff you couldn't understand a word he said it was great. REM helped create grunge in the real early 80's from Georgia :)

[@ConstanceCox]

The 40 Watt!

[@promontorium]

Banjo grunge is a great description, if not at all literal. They're like early hipsters.

[@cwillece3128]

A lot of this bands music and especially the lyrics have always been largely misunderstood, ie, "The one I love" is a very good example. Most people at their concerts would dance and sing along, with couples holding hands, except the song is not about love, it's about leaving someone. This song “Losing my religion” is actually an old southern expression for being at the end of one’s rope, and the moment when politeness gives way to anger. Their most productive musical years were in the early 90's before Grunge.

[@ckobo84]

OMG they are from Georgia! I always assumed they were a Euro band.

[@GenZad]

Agree with everything you said except the early 90s was before grunge.. the early 90s was the era of grunge

[@steve3291]

Hitting some great music today. Love this, in fact, love anything REM.

[@galana29]

You have mention a farm or barn on other reactions. If you like the 80's you must have listened to the band Crowded House, watch their video "Something So Strong" they perform in a barn. Only one of their great songs! "Don't Dream It's Over" is legendary, people say it is one of the greatest songs ever written, the official video had 167,816,317 views. Brad if you like calmer songs that have always made me calm and relaxing with the vocals and music that are a blend of pop/rock/country then listen to the Canadian band Blue Rodeo, my favorite videos are "Try", "Rose-Coloured Glasses", and "5 Days In May". They have 16 albums ! They are still touring in Canada. If they perform on a farm you and Lex should go, their songs still sound great 40 years latter! If they come to the Maritimes you are invited to chill out with us.

[@nickkleiber8636]

R.E.M. are like The Godfather’s of alternative rock!

[@wendideleoncampbell4174]

Exactly my opinion 👍🤟🙏😇❤️

[@BalbazaktheGreat]

REM *is* alternative rock (like, in the iconic sense - they're legendary). If you liked this, try: REM: "The End of the World as We Know it." You might also check out: "Shiny Happy People" or "Everybody Hurts." (This one is my favorite, though.)

[@inphanta]

The lyrical tsunami of “End of the world” will blow Brad’s head off! 😂

[@stephaneestrasburg7654]

I would love to see Brad try to interpret and make sense of "What's the Frequency Kenneth?" 😂😂😂

[@Beau_T_McBoatface]

R.E.M. started off as "College Radio" and/or "Alternative".

[@paulqueripel3493]

That's where I first heard of them, a university of Sussex radio interview. They'd played over the road at Brighton poly that night. BP seemed to get better acts, the uni wasted all their money getting Divine to perform, hoping to get Brighton's gay population to come, they had better taste though.

[@txrojas]

There’s no banjo in the song but there is a mandolin, so maybe Mandolin Grunge. It’s more college alternative rock.

[@dannford-premiersothebysin9057]

One of my top 5 fav bands of all time. Michael Stipe is a great writer singer, etc... so much to unpack with their catalog

[@67lenzo]

A concert of music like that would put you to sleep?? Tough customer

[@benshafer5198]

Lucky enough to see these guys in '84, from like 2nd row, at my university for the tour for their second LP 'Reckoning.' Michael Stipe with the baggy old suit spray painted with neon. Turns out that he had actually purchased at a thrift shop in town earlier that day. The One I Love is a great hit from them that demonstrates their earlier sound. ✌

[@pauldover1403]

If you want Banjo Grunge then listen to 16 Horsepower. The band is closer to it than REM is.

[@tonyplove]

LOL Banjo Grunge! It's a new genre. Does Dave Matthews belong in Banjo Grunge?

[@Vader1138]

REM were early alt rock. Also considered Folk rock or Jangle pop. Beginning as post punk music in the college scene around Athens GA along with the B-52's, 10,000 Maniacs. They then became popular on College radio before getting signed by I.R.S. Records having success with songs like "So. Central Rain" which they performed on David Letterman in 83. I remember watching at the time. Probably the earliest I remember of them. I was around 11. Their sound evolved quite a bit from the early jangly guitar of their first albums to the more matured confidence of the later albums. So many great songs but a warning to Brad. Lyrics were a bit free-form. Song lyrics and meanings were often left up to interpretation of the listener. Still in my top 10 favorite bands and one of the most influential of the 80's & 90's being the template for many 90's bands like Nirvana.

[@brianfranklinlee8490]

R. E. M. Got their start in Athens Georgia. College scene.😎🤔😜🌴🐊🌞😁

[@reallynow1445]

Yes mandolin grunge! Perfect

[@garyco766]

OMG, banjo grunge... ROFL! I love it.

[@DIDCOTTWIST]

Leaving New York is a great song also Bad Day and Imitation Of Life both great songs by REM

[@reverendprophet]

"Alternative Rock" is REM You should do "stand" since that features b52s and its a whole different vibe. (Stand is rem writing a pop song to show how easy it is.)

[@revaflowers3115]

This is one of their songs where you can actually fully understand the words to the lyrics.You know you're near someone mad,frustrated ,etc, when they tell you they are 'about to lose my religion'

[@kennethjenkins3972]

The awkwardness of loving someone and not sure they love you back, you’re trying so hard second guessing all your decisions (oh no I’ve said too much, Or maybe I haven’t said enough) and to me losing my religion (trying to keep up with you) is about trying to be something you’re not because you’re in love and you think it’s what you need to be for her to love you back. Losing yourself and everything you believe in at the same time.

[@richashby6422]

"Losing My Religion" is just an old southern saying that means you're more or less at your wits end about to lose your temper. But yes in this songs case he was referencing a crush.

[@jazzminb]

Speaking of grunge music - Echo and the Bunnymen were a group that I remember hearking Kurt Cobain saying he really liked growing up. They were generally a very popular alternative band in the 80s. Here's their MV Killing Moon kzbin.info/www/bejne/gojdYX15bMaZhLM You can definitely say 80s alternative heavily influenced 90s grunge Another good one is Seven Seas kzbin.info/www/bejne/gpO8qYNnZteVia8

[@Lige]

New Direction is a great EATB song, too.

[@robertgorney9408]

I love REM but I did fall asleep at one of their shows... 8)

[@LAVISHING]

Heard this on the radio in Minnesota a couple of days ago! I think that it’s actually in the movie Tommy Boy!

[@bryanhale5254]

Don't you just love that all those folksy like instruments

[@Garciadann]

Once again you miss out on a classic video for the need of lyric video. Just have lyrics on ipad or something next it if needed

[@ca9968]

Take your mind back to a different time, a time when a song as epic as this was played on your favorite radio station and then followed by Counting Crows, The Cranberries, The Smashing Pumpkins, Nirvana, Soundgarden, Portishead, Bush, Better Than Ezra, Live, The Gin Blossoms, The Crash Test Dummies, The Goo Goo Dolls, Matchbox Twenty, Ugly Kid Joe, Spin Doctors, Soul Asylum and so on and so on...man, I miss the 90`s so much!!!!!!!!!!!

[@deec7124]

People make fun of the 90s but really there was so much music to enjoy.

[@Ednerd]

@@deec7124 hell yeah. it was a shift from Glam rock! something fresh! 50's, 60's, 70's, 80's, 90's were all great. seemed to go to crap after that

[@MarkTitus420]

That 'banjo' that you think you're hearing is a mandolin, possibly from the same family of guitars as the banjo. These guys WERE actually a huge influence of Kurt Cobain and Nirvana who were the one of the pioneers of the Grunge movement.

[@sallysharp3845]

"Losing My Religion" is a southern phrase meaning losing my temper. Stipe once said this song was about romantic expression of an unrequited love.

[@bluecalix]

Where does it fit in the flowchart of music: REM was one of the first breakthrough "alternative" or college rock bands (not grunge), from the 80s. From Athens, GA. They were also one of the first to move from an independent label to a major, and this song was their biggest mainstream hit in '91. Cult 70's band Big Star was a very big influence on REM, and in turn, REM influenced many, many alternative bands that came after them. They were also very political, championing causes like voting rights, human rights and the environment. A good example of the jangly energy in the mid 80s that propelled them to the top of the alternative scene might be "These Days" from Life's Rich Pagent. The lead singer has often been very obscure with his song meanings and even understanding what the actual lyrics are. If you are looking for THIS song's meaning, it is in plain view. "Consider this, the hint of the century. The slip that brought me to my knees, failed. What if all these fantasies come flailing around. Now I've said, too much."

[@kz03jd]

I wish you'd go back to watching the music videos. The one for this song is awesome

[@harveybojangle475]

No banjos in the song. The featured instrument is a mandolin, which is played throughout. Kinda has a pop/alternative/folk music vibe to me.

[@davidbecker8227]

True Georgia-born Southern Rock.

[@kieranobrien7342]

Mandolin, played exactly the same way as a banjo

[@joshs2138]

REM. From Athens Ga😁 #2021

[@stefanzellner5140]

Not banjo... its mandolin grunge ;-)

[@wickedPrints3256]

Banjo Grunge! hahaha! Love it! Fun fact... “Losing my religion” is actually an old southern expression for being at the end of one’s rope, and the moment when politeness gives way to anger.

[@nathanclarke2777]

Seriously love how Lex comes up with new things! BANJO GRUNGE! Awesome!

[@EvilSnipa]

“Losing my religion” is actually an old southern expression for being at the end of one’s rope.

[@drRangowsky]

make a "banjo grunge" t-shirt

[@sood9876]

Yes, REM were fantastic live. it's only when you see Michael Stipe perform and hear the band play in the flesh that you really see how great they were

[@HurricaneDeanWalker]

I had front row all access to an REM show in Atlanta back in the 90's. They are great both in large and small venues. They were considered alternative rock. Early albums were garage sounding. But, they definitely have some folk influence. I can hear a lot of more current bands like Mumford & Sons pick-up on some of what REM did. Michael Stipes lyrics are often poetic. Peter Buck plays the mandolin on several songs.

[@lisajohnson521]

REM aren’t grunge they have their own sound. I love them! Legends in the game.

[@carolynalsup6417]

You guys should react to the video, it's a visceral piece of art the imagery is disturbing yet beautiful. Anyways keep up the videos great work!

[@happymethehappyone8300]

R.E.M. "The One I Love" & "Fall On Me"

[@eirikrdberg1161]

This ruled in 91. All these songs I remember from when they were released.

[@kylekyger7735]

Man on the moon and Gardening at Night are my favorite REM songs, you guys are dope.

[@amyk9175]

Gardening at Night is up there for me too. It’s not every day you hear from someone else who likes it that much.

[@daviecanning1180]

Me in honey & Rockville. Although I could easily give you a top ten of great rem songs. Oh & night swimming.👍

[@kylekyger7735]

@@daviecanning1180 Night swimming 👌

[@frankpentangeli7945]

"Banjo grunge". I like it! 🤣

[@EyeTunz]

Lex is some kind of genius or savant of some kind. Pretty wild.

[@arigelab]

Thank you! You may also love "Shiny Happy People".... "Try Not To Breathe"....and... "Drive"

[@FistieSplinters]

Lex, tha's not a Banjo. Good Lord!

[@ugadawgs1990]

It’s a mandolin, but close! R.E.M. is credited with pioneering indie music and comes out of Athens, GA. It’s the home of the University of GA and, besides R.E.M., is home to: B-52s, Widespread Panic, Michael Sweet, Drive-by Truckers, of Montreal, Neutral Milk Hotel, Pylon, Olivia Tremor Control, Azure Ray, the Glands, Love Tractor, Vigilantes of Love, Vic Chesnutt, Dreams so Real, Dead Confederate, Muuy Biien, Ravenstone, Danger Mouse, Japancakes, Method Actors, Bill Malonee, John Berry, Mark Heard and so many others.

[@rabbyte3824]

“This isn’t alternative rock. This is college rock” - Bender B Rodriguez But seriously try “End Of The World As We Know It” definitely R.E.M.’s homage to “We Didn’t Start The Fire”

[@tvgator1]

That's a MANDOLIN, not a banjo you're listening to.

[@MetalMonkey]

This was the first REM song I heard. It's a good song but I think the video was a major reason why it was popular. The Singer Michael Stipe is in a room singing and doing weird hand gestures that looks like sign language but isn't. I feel the need to watch the official video now!!!

[@RippedBritches]

Losing My Religion. A Southern term for I'm about to lose control of my anger and rationality

[@stonewall554]

Driver 8 was always me fav REM

[@mikeandersonwa]

lol I think "Banjo Grunge" might be one of my favorite terms... I will never consider REM anything but Banjo Grunge from now on.

[@virginiadurant9954]

It is in the category of alternative music. I believe that category began around the late 80's or early 90's. You guys are GREAT.

[@iliaspatr]

R.E.M. - Shiny Happy People / The One I Love / What's The Frequency, Kenneth? / Imitation Of Life /Everybody Hurts AND MORE....SUPER GROUP

[@jesusjerry]

all REM tunes are pleasantly satisfying

[@richardhenderson9767]

Try "What's the Frequency, Kenneth", and "Man On the Moon", by R.E.M.

[@weissfussindianer]

Youre right Lex: In the beginning of the Band R.E.M. they where a lot more Rocky and Punky, and so as a mixed up result a kind o like pre-crunch (REM founded in 1978! an this song came out 1988 - 2 years before Nirvana released "Nevermind"). So my favourite REM Songs where the early releases "the one i love", "its the end of the world", "Stand", "Orange Crush" and PopSong 89". With "Losing my religion" their sound became more balladesq and the lyric more cryptic (wich even shows on your face-expressions too). I (imho) would recommend also the songs of Edie Brickell and the new bohemians with their first album "Shooting Rubberbands at the Stars", wich i listened up and down, back and forth. it came out 1988 and has similar vibes to REM. The Songs "What i am", "Circles", "Nothing", "Little Miss S." or "Love like we do" r my favourites. okay, okay...i shut up now. ;-)

[@peterhall2810]

Not Banjo Grunge, it's Mandolin Grunge, although it's difficult to put REM in and category, the songs are so different.

[@timfeeley714-25]

Thanx, check out, R.E.M. Femme Fatale, an awesome cover of the velvet underground and Nico's song !

[@jeffreekoch9298]

Banjo grunge. 😆 Hippyish. Well. It's like Nirvana in acoustics. Same slow punk style and lyrically the same. REM was a cool college rock. Indie/Alternative rock group. Jangle rock. Folk rock.. They finally broke mainstream in the early '90s. Before that it was hard to catch their videos and songs on TV or radio. When I was a kid in the '80s. They would be on underground college/alternative radio stations. Videos would be on MTV late at night on a show called Cutting Edge. Showed all kinds of underground groups and videos. REM had a cool song video "Radio Free Europe". Sounded faster, punkier.

[@AngryChair74]

"banjo grunge"...you better copyright that shit right now!! Awesome!

[@rdr61]

And that's why we love you Lex...for your love of Banjo Grunge !

[@newgen85]

Beautiful and epic song. I can't stop listening to it...and watching your reactions! P. S. Dear Lex, I see you so skinny. Take care of you.

[@barriehull7076]

When I listen to Brad I zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz. Just a joke, analytics plus enthusiasm (Lex) winning combination.

[@katalla9070]

"banjo grunge"... So epic! What if Kurt had covered this during Nirvana unplugged?

[@SG-js2qn]

How about "Trouble Me" by 10,000 Maniacs? That's a group that was often played alongside REM on the radio.

[@Damiana_Dimock]

The genre thing’s got me again. Where did y’all get the idea REM is grunge anyway? I mean, if they got a genre label other than “alternative” or “rock” it’s usually “college rock,” because college radio is often where popular bands that didn’t make the mainstream radio airplay got heard and rose up to their popularity, which in the case of bands like REM got them on MTV, etc. And, important to remember, their discography is pretty big. I believe there is a totaly of one REM song that songs like this song, this one. Checkout “What’s The Frequency Kenneth,” next. Then “The One I Love.”